Senior Stakeholder Engineer

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Stakeholder Engineer to join WSP’s Transport & Infrastructure team in Dubai. The role will serve as the main interface between project teams, clients, authorities and the community, ensuring smooth coordination and timely approvals throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Lead stakeholder engagement for complex transport and infrastructure projects across design and construction phases.
• Develop and implement stakeholder management plans and communication strategies aligned with project objectives.
• Coordinate with government authorities, utility providers, developers and community representatives to secure approvals and minimise conflicts.
• Maintain stakeholder registers, track issues, commitments and resolutions.
• Support design and engineering teams in identifying stakeholder constraints and developing mitigation measures.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, workshops and presentations to convey stakeholder requirements and feedback.
• Review authority standards, guidelines and procedures relevant to project delivery.
• Provide technical input to reports, correspondence and presentations related to stakeholder management.
• Ensure compliance with WSP’s project management systems, quality standards and health & safety policies.
• Mentor junior team members in stakeholder coordination and communication best practices.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience with a strong focus on stakeholder management in large‑scale transport and infrastructure projects in the UAE.
• Proven experience liaising with Dubai authorities such as RTA, DM, DDA, DCD, DEWA, du, etc.
• Solid understanding of design and construction processes for roads, highways, utilities and public‑realm projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities to build positive relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight timelines.
• Previous experience in a consultancy environment preferred.